The Snake Charmer

He dresses in robes, carefully coiffed He enters the nave, mitre is doffed He preaches a tale, to eager sheep He fleeces their wool, his tithe to keep He blesses the flock, they’ve had their fill He slithers away, forked tongue now still January 1, 2022
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Agustin Avatar
February 6, 2022 at 10:50 PM
Congrats! Thanks for sharing this. God bless you.
Sambourne Avatar
February 4, 2022 at 7:40 PM
Your poem is exceptional, Peter. Its references to a preacher fleecing a flock of followers is skillfully conveyed in rhyme. The final allusion to the serpent makes for a strong conclusion. Congratulations! Brian
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 4, 2022 at 4:51 PM
Excellent entry Peter. I am happy to see it in second place! Congratulations. Blessings xxoo
Lillico  Avatar
February 4, 2022 at 12:55 PM
I love your way with words, Peter. Well deserved win! Thought provoking? Yes! Perfectly rhymed with such eloquent originality, Yes! Striking imagery, Yes! A perfect poem. Congratulations!
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